The Classic Gin Martini
We also include the instructions for The Vesper, James Bond's martini. As known as a "James Bond" or "007."
Servings: 1 Martini
Ingredients
The Classic Martini
- 2 ½ ounces gin, *see Gr8 Note
- ½ ounce dry vermouth, *see Gr8 Note
- 1 dash orange bitters
- Lemon peel or stuffed olive, as garnish
OR, The Vesper
- 2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce vodka
- ¼ ounce Lillet Blanc
OR, The Dirty Martini
- 2 ½ ounces gin or vodka, your preference!
- ½ ounce dry vermouth
- ¼ to ½ ounce olive brine or juice, to taste, the brand I prefer is Dirty Sue, though you can just use the juice from the olives you choose.
- Olives on a toothpick, for garnish and a snack!
Instructions
The Classic Martini
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir vigorously for 20-30 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass and add preferred garnish.
The Vesper
- Stirred, not shaken, sorry James.
The Dirty Martini
- Same directions, different ingredients.
- Cheers!
Notes
GR8 Notes:
*The above 5:1 ratio is considered too ‘wet’ for some. Many prefer a dryer 10:1 ratio and some even less vermouth. I like 15:1. Today many people prefer vodka instead of gin in their martini.Anna's Gr8 Note:
I never liked a gin martini until I tried a couple of different gins. They each have a distinct flavor, so don't dismiss this beautiful, classic cocktail until you've experimented a bit. My fave is Boodles. Tried this recipe?Mention @Great8Friends or tag #gr8food!